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Your gratitude changes because of organ failure...
Transplants | Last Active: Mar 2, 2020 | Replies (39)Comment receiving replies
I think it has more to do with being extremely sick and then recovering than specifically with transplant. I am still waiting for a kidney transplant, but I have become more emotional and grateful after dealing with pancreatic cancer. As @silverwoman said when you come face to face with your own mortality and then experiencing recovery you learn to really appreciate life.
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Yes, I agree with you and @silverwoman. Since 1988 I have faced several different serious medical issues, the most recent a diagnosis of smoldering multiple myeloma. I recall that each time, as I drive away from the dr office, the colors seem more pronounced, the details sharper. A visceral response to the reminders of our mortality. @marvinjsturing we have so much to be grateful for, and as the wife of a kidney recipient, our gratitude to the donor is given everyday. @jolinda I don't think it is just the meds talking! We are reminded that life is precious.
Ginger